SUMMER DAY CAMPYMCA CHILD CARE SERVICESYMCA OF GREATER FORT WAYNE

June 5th - Aug. 11th, 2017*

CAMP KEKIONGAHARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRENAISSANCE POINTE YMCACOUNSELORS IN TRAININGLEADERS IN TRAININGHALF-DAY CAMPS

Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

* Dates subject to change due to possible changes in school schedule.

Is your child ready to trade stories, share a favorite book, or sing camp songs with a new friend? Do they like to be greeted with smiles and high-fives from staff and fellow campers for accomplishing something new? Does your child want to fit in just for being who they are?

At Y camp, we are here to make your kids feel welcome and to help them quickly realize this is a place where they belong and can be themselves...try new things...learn new skills...make new friends...and be a part of something great!

A camp experience can be a powerful tool for personal growth. This is why we strive to offer the highest quality camps with the most diverse opportunities. We put a lot of effort into creating a fun, safe environment by carefully selecting staff through screenings and background checks. We also provide thorough trainings (including first aid, CPR, safety, child abuse prevention, character building, etc.) Our staff are of the highest integrity, personal and spiritual maturity, and are enthusiastic about camp. You can depend on the Y to make sure that camp is well supervised.

Summer Camp seems like a long way off, but it will be here before you know it. We hope that you and your family will join us and help make it their best summer ever!

Sincerely,

Angie ListonProgram Director

Valerie HolleyProgram Director

Jeanette JohnsonProgram Director

Sarah RuizProgram Director

WELCOME!

We offer more than silly songs and games. Being part of our summer day camp program is about learning who you are and becoming what you want to be. It’s about developing new skills and healthy habits, reaching goals and building relationships. Our summer day camp helps kids gain self-confidence, build character, and focuses on the whole child in spirit, mind and body.

WHY CHOOSE US?

HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL6:30am - 6pm4501 Thorngate Drive | Fort Wayne, IN 46835 • Parent or guardian is responsible for transportation to

and from camp • Closed during week 10. Consider sending your child to

Camp Kekionga or Renaissance Pointe this week.

CAMP KEKIONGA (Hodell Acres)6:30am - 6pm 3135 Elmhurst Drive | Fort Wayne, IN 46809 • You may drop your child off at the Central Branch YMCA

(1020 Barr Street) between 6:30 & 8:15am. We transport your child via Fort Wayne Community School bus to Camp Kekionga.

• You may drop your child off at Camp Kekionga between 8:45 and 9am & pick up your child at camp no later than 3pm. Any child remaining after 3pm is transported back to the Central Branch YMCA where you may pick him/her up between 4 and 6pm.

6:30am - 6pm 2323 Bowser Avenue | Fort Wayne, IN 46803 • Parent or guardian is responsible for transportation to

and from camp.

RENAISSANCE POINTE YMCA

Camps Include Cooking, Art, Cheerleading & more! Leo United Methodist Church | 13527 Leo Rd. | Leo, IN 46765 • Dates Available: June 5-9, June 12-16, July 10-14, July 17-28. • Contact Sarah_Ruiz@fwymca.org for more information.

HALF-DAY CAMPS

OUR CAMPS:

WEEKLY THEMES (Dates subject to change)

Week 1 June 5-9 Once Upon a TimeExplore the wonderful world of Fairy Tales through stories, art, and more! Each day will bring a new fairy tale to life with different twists, turns and wacky endings!

Week 2 June 12-16 Wild, Wild, WestSaddle up cowboys and cowgirls because we have a lot to see! Fun and adventure are coming your way Join us this week as we take a trip out West and you’ll be saying “Yee-haw!” in no time!

Week 3 June 19-23 HollywoodCalling all future actors and actresses…Do you have what it takes to make it on the big stage? Join us for a walk on the red carpet as we spend a week experiencing show business. Enter stage right the curtains are going up!

Week 4 June 26-30 To Infinity and BeyondBlast off and moon walk into camp, where you will be surrounded by stars, planets, aliens, astronauts and whatever else might be orbiting in outer space.

Week 5 July 3-7* Water PaloozaGet ready to make a splash during this wet and wild week of camp! Campers will enjoy various water activities such as water bucket relays, water balloons, water tag and more.*Prorated week, closed on Independence Day, July 4.

Week 6 July 10-14Call of the WildLet’s take a walk on the wild side! This week is devoted to all things furry, slimy, cute and cuddly. If you are an animal lover at heart, you will enjoy this week of crazy animal adventures.

Week 7 July 17-21Under the Big TopCome one, come all to the greatest camp on earth! Step right up to this summer time favorite with games, prizes, face painting and more! This week will excite and amaze all!

Week 8 July 24-28Super HeroBAM! POW! KAZAM! Campers will become superheroes this week as they explore their own super powers while learning the values of caring, honesty, responsibility and respect! Activities include super games, super crafts and super fun. Where else can kids spend the day as their alter-ego superhero, meet other superheroes and save the world?

Week 9 July 31-August 4Rise of the MinionsBee-Do! Bee-Do! It’s time to take on summer day camp…minion style! This week will be filled with specialized Minion challenges, games, crafts and much more! Learn all about Gru’s cute, silly one or two eyed characters. Join us as we all transform into minions!

Week 10 August 7-11*The Last BashAs summer draws to a close, let’s remember all the great times we had together, the friendships we made, our favorite songs, games and crafts. You won’t want to miss the grand finale as we say goodbye to another great year at camp!*Harris is closed this week.

• This counselor in training program includes instruction in first aid, CPR, child abuse prevention, team building, leadership and more

• Upon passing the training program, CIT participants will shadow counselors and then join a group of campers to assist in everyday camp activities

CIT Program Cost (One Time Fee): $140

6:30am - 6pm Available at: 3135 Elmhurst Drive | Fort Wayne, IN 46809

COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM:

Ages: 15-17

LEADERS IN TRAINING (LIT) PROGRAM:

• This leader in training program includes instruction in first aid, CPR, child abuse prevention, team building skills, leadership and more

• Upon passing the training program, LIT participants will build leadership skills through mentorship and team building activities. They will also have the opportunity to shadow counselors and assist in camp activities by the end of summer.

LIT Program Cost (Weekly Fee): $70/weekAges: 13-14

6:30am - 6pm Available at: 3135 Elmhurst Drive | Fort Wayne, IN 46809

• You may register online beginning February 1st or download a complete registration packet beginning March 1st at: fwymca.org/childcare_services.php

• One registration & health form per child• $10 per week deposit• All forms must be complete and submitted to the Child Care Service office (or

Renaissance Pointe YMCA if attending camp there) before your child can attend. (Minimum of 3 business days before session)

• Payment for each registered week is due no later than Thursday before the registered week of camp

• Preferred method of payment for camp is automatic draft. To discuss other payment options please contact Child Care Services at 449.8464 or 449.8266

• Any changes in registered weeks must be submitted to the Child Care Services office 3 business days prior, otherwise your account will be charged accordingly

• A sibling discount is available at the rate of $10 off/week after first child • If your child has special needs, please contact us prior to registration• Mail or drop off all completed forms plus deposit to:

YMCA Child Care Services Attn: Ann Conroy 1117 S. Clinton Street Fort Wayne, IN 46802

The Y’s promise is that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact us at 260.449.8464 or 260.449.8266. We also accept CCDF child care vouchers.

Camp Kekionga, Harris Elementary School, Renaissance Pointe YMCA, CIT Program, LIT Program

HOW TO REGISTER:

OR IN BRANCH

beginning March 1st

REGISTER ONLINE

beginning February 1st

@fwymca.org

Drop Box Available After Hours

Camp Kekionga, Harris Elementary School, Renaissance Pointe YMCA Fees: $115/week YMCA Members; $140/week Program ParticipantsAges: 5 - 12 years oldLunches: Provided June, JulyActivities: Outdoor games, sports, nature hikes, outdoor education, creative arts and various other fun activities. Weekly field trips include roller skating, bowling and swimming.

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